Ireland Reul / 6 Phingin (1939–1940)
| Country | Ireland |
| Year | 1939–1940 |
| Denomination | 1 Reul = 6 Pence (1 Reul = 6 Phingin) |
| Face value | 2.5p |
| Mintage | 876,000 |
| Mint | Royal Mint · Llantrisant |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 4.540g |
| Diameter | 20.8mm |
| Thickness | 1.90mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Edge | Plain. |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Obv. artist | Percy Metcalfe |
| Rev. artist | Percy Metcalfe |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 6636 |
Cláirseach (or Gaelic harp) with the country name to the left and the date to the right
ÉIRE 1940
An Irish wolfhound facing left with the denomination above
6d REUL
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The 1939 Ireland Reul / 6 Phingin is a circulating 1 reul = 6 pence (1 reul = 6 phingin) coin issued from 1939 to 1940, struck in nickel. It weighs 4.54g and measures 20.8mm across. Reverse design: An Irish wolfhound facing left with the denomination above.
A mintage of 876,000 is recorded for one date of this type; figures for each year are not held. It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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Check the weight 4.54g and diameter 20.8mm and the metal (nickel) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
